Description
This easy lemon garlic shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Juicy shrimp are sautéed with fragrant garlic and bright lemon juice, then garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant, delicious meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning & Flavor
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 large lemons
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Oil and Garlic: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Lemon Juice and Season: Pour the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and stir well to evenly coat the shrimp. Let it cook for an additional minute to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and immediately garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
- Serve with steamed rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious lemon garlic sauce.
- Shrimp cook very quickly; avoid overcooking to keep them tender.
- Can be doubled easily for larger groups.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
